⚽ Yanga SC vs Silver Strikers Live Updates – CAF Champions League Qualifier (October 18, 2025)
Venue: Bingu National Stadium, Malawi
Kick-off: Saturday, October 18, 2025
Competition: CAF Champions League – First-Leg Qualifier
🟢 Yanga SC vs Silver Strikers – Big Clash in Malawi!
Football lovers across Africa are set for a thrilling CAF Champions League qualifier as Yanga SC from Tanzania lock horns with Silver Strikers of Malawi tonight at Bingu National Stadium.
This match marks the first leg of the two-legged playoff, with the return fixture scheduled for October 25, 2025, at Benjamin Mkapa Stadium in Dar es Salaam.
Yanga SC come into the game on a strong run after a 3-0 victory over Wiliete SC, while Silver Strikers boast a dangerous home record — undefeated in recent matches, making tonight’s encounter one of the most anticipated duels in this year’s Champions League qualifiers.
🟡 Clement Mzize Injury Update
Yanga SC’s young striker Clement Mzize remains doubtful for the game after recovering from a knee injury. Though he has resumed light training, team doctors say his chances of featuring tonight are slim.
Clement Mzize
In defense, Yao has not been cleared to play, while the rest of the Yanga squad is reportedly fit and ready.
On the other side, Silver Strikers will be without forward Chinsis Maonga, who was suspended due to disciplinary issues. However, the Malawian side’s key players are fit and expected to feature.
🗣️ Aziz Andambwile’s Pre-Match Thoughts
Midfielder Aziz Andambwile shared his confidence ahead of the match:
Aziz Andambwile
“We know it’s going to be a tough game, but the team is well-prepared. We’ve worked on our tactics and believe we can get a good result away from home,” he said during the pre-match briefing.
⚔️ Expected Yanga SC Starting XI – Kikosi cha Yanga leo
Goalkeeper: Djigui Diarra
Defenders: Israel Mwenda, Boka, Dickson Job, Ibrahim Bacca
Midfielders: Balla Conte, Maxi Nzengeli, Kouma, Pacome, Aziz Andambwile
Forward: Prince Dube
🔥 Recent Last 6 Matches
Yanga SC – Last 6 Matches
Sept 12 – Yanga 1-0 Bandari (Friendly)
Sept 16 – Yanga 1-0 Simba SC (Community Shield)
Sept 19 – Wiliete 0-3 Yanga (CAF CL)
Sept 24 – Yanga 3-0 Pamba Jiji (NBC Premier League)
Sept 27 – Yanga 2-0 Wiliete SC (CAF CL)
Sept 30 – Mbeya City 0-0 Yanga (NBC Premier League)
Silver Strikers – Last 6 Matches
Aug 27 – Silver Strikers 1-0 Chitipa United
Sept 11 – Shire FC 1-4 Silver Strikers
Sept 21 – Elgeco Plus 1-1 Silver Strikers
Sept 27 – Silver Strikers 0-0 Elgeco Plus
Oct 2 – Blue Eagles 0-3 Silver Strikers
Oct 5 – Bullets 2-1 Silver Strikers
🏟️ Match Schedule (Home & Away)
First Leg: Silver Strikers vs Yanga SC – Oct 18, 2025 (Bingu Stadium, Malawi)
Second Leg: Yanga SC vs Silver Strikers – Oct 25, 2025 (Benjamin Mkapa Stadium, Dar es Salaam)
✈️ Yanga SC Squad in Malawi
Djigui Diarra, Aboutwalib Mshery, Khomein, Israel Mwenda, Kouma, Boka, Mohamed Hussein, Dickson Job, Assinki, Bakari Nondo, Ibrahim Bacca, Aziz Andambwile, Balla Conte, Mudathir Yahya, Duke Abuya, Doumbia, Pacome, Edmund John, Chikola, Clement Mzize, Ecua, Maxi Nzengeli, Prince Dube, Boyeli.
🧩 Match Preview Summary
This Yanga SC vs Silver Strikers clash promises end-to-end action. The Tanzanian champions are favorites on paper, but Silver Strikers’ home advantage could be a deciding factor in this first-leg showdown.
With both teams eyeing group stage qualification, tonight’s match will test tactical discipline, experience, and attacking flair.